Elk City HS vs Merritt ES
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Oklahoma, United States, 5.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Elk City HS
Elk City · Public high · Grades 9–12
627 students
Merritt ES
Elk City · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
621 students
| Measure | Elk City HS Elk City, Oklahoma | Merritt ES Elk City, Oklahoma |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #210 of 409 | #302 of 899 |
| National rank | #14180 of 16,910 | #31016 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 627 | 621 |
| Enrollment | 627 | 621 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 47.4% | 58.5% |
| Students per teacher | 18.4 | 18.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 44% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 44% |
| city | Elk City | Elk City |
| state | Oklahoma | Oklahoma |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Merritt ES scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.4 vs 26.0).
- •Merritt ES does better on math proficiency (44% vs 17%).
- •Merritt ES does better on reading proficiency (44% vs 27%).
- •Elk City HS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (47.4% vs 58.5%).
- •Merritt ES does better on students per teacher (18.3 vs 18.4).
- •Elk City HS is the larger school with 627 students compared with 621.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Elk City HS better than Merritt ES?
On the Success Index (US), Merritt ES ranks higher (41.4 vs 26.0 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Elk City HS and Merritt ES?
About 5.7 km in a straight line, between Elk City and Elk City in Oklahoma.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Elk City HS: 627. Merritt ES: 621. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Elk City HS and Merritt ES rank in Oklahoma?
Elk City HS is 210th of 409 and Merritt ES is 302nd of 899 among high schools in Oklahoma on the 2025 Success Index (US).